Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Support Worker to join our busy 10 bedded Women's Surgical Ward which incorporates Emergency Gynaecology Assessment Unit.
Ward 33 cares for patients with both Gynaecological and Surgical conditions.
The Emergency Gynaecology Assessment Unit (EGAU) is also open 24/7, running clinics as well as taking referrals from ED and GP's amongst other Healthcare settings.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to support our patients and staff in both areas. If you are enthusiastic, well motivated and able to work in a fast paced environment we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for delivering high quality patient care with direct supervision from the registered nurse. Excellent communication skills, flexibility and time management are essential skills needed for this post to ensure the patient's journey through their hospital stay is as comfortable as possible. Good standards of documentation are expected along with a commitment to working in a kind and compassionate manner.
In return for your care, passion and commitment to this speciality we will actively support your education and development.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 760,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ more than 7,000 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts Clinical Induction Programme for Clinical Support Workers (which starts on the first day of employment). The programme is full-time (please contact the CSW Induction Programme Lead ifthis is going to be problematic: rallen@nhs.net),lasts for two weeks and will involve travelling tobothTrust sites.Theprogramme includes 2 supernumerary shiftsin the clinical area (an early and a late shift),all of the other days are classroom-based andrun from 9am to 5pm
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts Clinical Induction Programme for Clinical Support Workers (which starts on the first day of employment). The programme is full-time (please contact the CSW Induction Programme Lead ifthis is going to be problematic: rallen@nhs.net),lasts for two weeks and will involve travelling tobothTrust sites.Theprogramme includes 2 supernumerary shiftsin the clinical area (an early and a late shift),all of the other days are classroom-based andrun from 9am to 5pm
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Person Specification
Quaification
Essential
- The Care Certificate.
- Functional skills English and maths level 1 or GCSE English and maths grade G/1 or above.
- NVQ/Diploma level 2 in Healthcare (competencies assessed in a healthcare environment) or equivalent healthcare qualification, e.g. successful completion of a level 2 Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship.
- Internal applicants only: In the absence of the above qualifications, the job holder will be required to successfully complete a level 2 Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship within the first 13 months of employment.
Experience
Essential
- Equivalent experience as a Healthcare Support Worker/Trainee in a care setting.
- Demonstrates the ability to be able to provide excellent standards of care.
Desirable
- Previous experience in an acute hospital setting.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Can understand and communicate factual information accurately.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Information technology skills
- Ability to prioritise workload with supervision.
Person Specification
Quaification
Essential
- The Care Certificate.
- Functional skills English and maths level 1 or GCSE English and maths grade G/1 or above.
- NVQ/Diploma level 2 in Healthcare (competencies assessed in a healthcare environment) or equivalent healthcare qualification, e.g. successful completion of a level 2 Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship.
- Internal applicants only: In the absence of the above qualifications, the job holder will be required to successfully complete a level 2 Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship within the first 13 months of employment.
Experience
Essential
- Equivalent experience as a Healthcare Support Worker/Trainee in a care setting.
- Demonstrates the ability to be able to provide excellent standards of care.
Desirable
- Previous experience in an acute hospital setting.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Can understand and communicate factual information accurately.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Information technology skills
- Ability to prioritise workload with supervision.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
